Building Blackbelts: Friendship in Karate
On Fridays at Integrity Martial Arts, we focus on curriculum for all of our belt levels. However, during our advanced belt classes, our instructors drill as much as we can to prepare our future blackbelts, hence “building blackbelts”. This past Friday was a hard class for all of our advanced belts, we started out with […]
Chores Shaping our Children: Unlocking Responsibillity
IntroductionHey there, parents and guardians! As summer approaches, we find ourselves in the season of sunscreen, sprinklers, and—let’s face it—kids who suddenly forget how to pick up their toys and only know about their screens (click here to learn about screen dependency). But fear not! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s more powerful than […]
How a Black Belt translates into the Real World
The Journey Beyond the DojoPersistence and DedicationAchieving a black belt in karate is no small feat. It requires unwavering commitment, consistent effort, and countless hours of training. Students learn to persevere through challenges, setbacks, and plateaus. This persistence extends far beyond the dojo walls.In the real world, this tenacity becomes a valuable asset. Whether it’s […]